1984 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
