1983 Lotus Esprit vs. 1974 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1983 Lotus Esprit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 209 kg more than 1974 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lotus Esprit 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 1983 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1983 Lotus Esprit (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lotus Esprit | 1974 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Esprit | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
