2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1812 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Escalade | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
