1963 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 48 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), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 718 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph Herald | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Triumph | Ford |
| Model | Herald | Escape |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| 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 | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 66 L |
