2009 Ford Escape vs. 1964 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1964 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 136 kg more than 1964 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 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1964 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escape | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
