1978 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 10 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 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1040 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Cordoba | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
Model | Cordoba | Herald |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2320 mm |