1977 GMC Suburban vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 GMC Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 GMC Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph Herald has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph Herald will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Suburban | Herald |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2330 mm |
