1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1993 Buick LeSabre is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 790 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick LeSabre | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | LeSabre | Herald |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 29 L |
