1972 Morris Traveller vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 32 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morris Traveller | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Morris | SsangYong |
| Model | Traveller | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
