1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1968 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | RS 200 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 29 L |
