1986 Dodge Conquest vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1986 Dodge Conquest is newer by 27 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 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, 1986 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Conquest | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Conquest | Herald |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2320 mm |
