2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Avalanche | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 29 L |
