2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1966 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 37 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 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2540 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.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1966 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Excursion | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2380 mm |
