2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1968 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Town & Country | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
