1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 14 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 500 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
