1971 Morris Traveller vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 22 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 565 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 1993 Toyota Cressida 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 1993 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Traveller | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Morris | Toyota |
| Model | Traveller | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
