1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 20 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 880 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 1988 Lincoln Mark VII 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 1988 Lincoln Mark VII. 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, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morris |
| Model | Mark VII | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
