1968 Mercury Cougar 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 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 305 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 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Cougar | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
