2002 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 43 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 970 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, 2002 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Eldorado | Herald |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2320 mm |
