1968 Triumph Herald vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 624 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Herald | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Triumph | Nissan |
| Model | Herald | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2488 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 | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
