1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1970 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, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Astro | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Astro | Herald |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
