1993 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 798 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.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jeep Cherokee | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | Cherokee | Herald |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3959 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
