1967 Nissan Gloria vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1967 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 365 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Gloria | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Gloria | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
