1977 Plymouth Horizon vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Horizon 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Horizon (75 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 220 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 Plymouth Horizon (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Plymouth Horizon | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Plymouth | Triumph |
| Model | Horizon | Herald |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
