1971 Mercury Comet vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1971 Mercury Comet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Comet | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Mercury | Morris |
Model | Comet | Traveller |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |