1975 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Morris Traveller (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Morris Traveller (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Escort | Traveller |
Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.3 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |