1988 Lexus LS vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 29 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 1035 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lexus | Triumph |
| Model | LS | Herald |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2320 mm |
