1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 30 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 655 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, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Lumina | Herald |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |