2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1963 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1963 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 990 kg more than 1963 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1963 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Rendezvous | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
