1979 Buick Regal vs. 1967 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1967 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 640 kg more than 1967 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Regal 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 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1967 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Regal | Traveller |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |