1970 Morris Traveller vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1970 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Morris Traveller | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Traveller | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
