2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1970 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1853 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1970 Morris Traveller | |
Make | Land Rover | Morris |
Model | Discovery | Traveller |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |