1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1968 Dodge Coronet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Coronet | Herald |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 29 L |
