2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Pilot | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
