1973 Morris Traveller vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 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 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1045 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 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Morris | Toyota |
Model | Traveller | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |