1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 601 kg more than 1972 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
