1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 760 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.
Because 1962 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Herald |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2320 mm |