1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Esprit | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Esprit | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
