1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 620 kg more than 1968 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Mustang | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
