1990 Ford Taurus vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1990 Ford Taurus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 624 kg more than 1963 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Taurus | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Taurus | Herald |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
