1997 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1968 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Land Rover Discovery | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Land Rover | Morris |
Model | Discovery | Traveller |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |