2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 869 kg more than 1970 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Charger | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2380 mm |
