2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 1966 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 39 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 749 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 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 1966 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Mariner | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
