2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 50 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 413 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (84 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Ridgeline | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 29 L |
