1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1964 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1964 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1964 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Suburban | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 830 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 |
