1998 GMC Safari vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1962 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
Make | GMC | Triumph |
Model | Safari | Herald |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 29 L |