2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 49 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 501 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 29 L |
