1973 Morris Traveller vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 795 kg more than 1973 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Morris Traveller | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Traveller | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2320 mm |