1987 Buick Electra vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1967 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Electra | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
