2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1967 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1967 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2186 kg more than 1967 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Morris Traveller. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1967 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Excursion | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 38 L |
