1990 Ford Granada vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Granada 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 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1990 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Granada | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
