2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (343 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 29 L |
