1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 775 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, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Town & Country | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2380 mm |
