2005 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1027 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.
Because 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
