1968 Triumph Herald vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 41 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1527 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 1968 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 1968 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Triumph Herald | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Triumph | Volkswagen |
| Model | Herald | Touran |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 60 L |
