1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1983 Buick LeSabre is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 850 kg more than 1961 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | LeSabre | Herald |
Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |