2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 39 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 662 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Armada | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 29 L |
