1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 708 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
