2002 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 804 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
Model | Grand Prix | Herald |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 29 L |