2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1968 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 1,299 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 595 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.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-8 (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Traveller. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1968 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mazda | Morris |
| Model | RX-8 | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
