2008 Honda Element vs. 1974 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris Traveller.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1974 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Element | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
