1985 Lada 2104 vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1985 Lada 2104 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1960 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 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lada 2104 | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lada | Triumph |
| Model | 2104 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
