1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1960 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Suburban | Herald |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1147 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 |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2320 mm |
