1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1971 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1971 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Lancer | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
