1967 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,400 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Herald. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 885 kg more than 1967 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Herald. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Triumph Herald | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2919 mm |
