2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan 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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Caravan | Herald |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 29 L |
