1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Falcon (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 176 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Falcon (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
