1971 Morris Traveller vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Morris Traveller | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Traveller | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |