1971 Morris Traveller vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 21 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 710 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.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Traveller | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Morris | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Traveller | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
