1984 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Escort (78 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Escort (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Escort | Herald |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
