1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1971 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1290 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.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 1971 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Suburban | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2380 mm |
