1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 39 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1308 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Ram | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2330 mm |
