1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 820 kg more than 1962 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | 4Runner | Herald |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
