1983 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 13 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 610 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Pontiac 6000 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
Model | 6000 | Herald |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2320 mm |