2001 Mercury Cougar vs. 1966 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 577 kg more than 1966 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Cougar | 1966 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Cougar | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
