1998 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 510 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1973 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Accord | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
