1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 16 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 433 kg more than 1973 Morris Traveller. 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Shadow | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
