1982 Buick Estate vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1982 Buick Estate is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1972 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Buick Estate 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 1982 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Estate | Traveller |
Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |