2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1972 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | B2500 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2380 mm |
