1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Blazer | Herald |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2320 mm |
