1959 Triumph Herald vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 28 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Triumph Herald | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
