2009 Saturn Vue vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Because 1968 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 1968 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue, 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 Saturn Vue (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Saturn | Triumph |
| Model | Vue | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |
