1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 40 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1040 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Herald |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 29 L |
