1960 Triumph Herald vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 39 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1064 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.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Triumph Herald | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | Herald | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
