1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 7 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 600 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Kingswood | Herald |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
