2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 400 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 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Kangoo | Herald |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
