1989 Toyota Carina vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Carina | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Carina | Herald |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2320 mm |
