2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1963 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 833 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 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 1963 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Vectra | Herald |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |
