2002 Buick LeSabre vs. 1964 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 38 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 787 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.
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, 2002 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick LeSabre | 1964 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | LeSabre | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
