2005 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1969 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Morris Traveller. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1969 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln Town Car | 1969 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Lincoln | Morris |
Model | Town Car | Traveller |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 389 Nm | 94 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |