1960 Triumph Herald vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 340 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (121 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Triumph Herald | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 42 L |
