1969 Triumph Herald vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 942 kg more than 1969 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Triumph Herald | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Triumph | Vauxhall |
| Model | Herald | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1145 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
