2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1966 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 41 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1966 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1874 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 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1966 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Land Rover | Morris |
Model | Discovery | Traveller |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 38 L |