1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1965 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1973 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1965 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Riviera 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 1973 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 1965 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Riviera | Traveller |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 2040 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |