1971 Morris Traveller vs. 1981 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,273 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Cherry (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Traveller weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Nissan Cherry (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Traveller | 1981 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Traveller | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
