2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Odyssey | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
