2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 549 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Nissan | Triumph |
Model | Patrol | Herald |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 425 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 29 L |