1973 Morris Traveller vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 22 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 840 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.
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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Morris Traveller | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Traveller | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2790 mm |
