2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1970 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Jeep | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
