1972 Morris Traveller vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 885 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Morris Traveller | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Morris | Buick |
Model | Traveller | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 387 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 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |