1970 Triumph Herald vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Herald | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Triumph | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Herald | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 66 L |
