2008 Audi R8 vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | R8 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
