1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 35 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1274 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Caprice | Herald |
Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2320 mm |