1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 14 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 1050 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Daimler | Triumph |
| Model | 4.2 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2320 mm |
