1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Bluebird | Herald |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
