2000 Mazda 626 vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1970 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | 626 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
