2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 47 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Rainier | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1147 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 29 L |
