1971 Morris Traveller vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 39 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 338 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 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Traveller | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Morris | Honda |
| Model | Traveller | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3110 mm |
