1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2090 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Herald |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 29 L |
