1970 Triumph Herald vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 42 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1970 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Triumph Herald | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Triumph | GMC |
| Model | Herald | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1147 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 72 L |
