1986 Renault 18 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1986 Renault 18 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 18 weights approximately 375 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 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault 18 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | 18 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
