2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1968 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
