1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 82 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
