1963 Triumph Herald vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 884 kg more than 1963 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Herald | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Triumph | Mercury |
| Model | Herald | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 57 L |
