1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 640 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 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Jimmy | Herald |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2320 mm |
