1968 Nissan Gloria vs. 1990 Plymouth Laser

To start off, 1990 Plymouth Laser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1968 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 146 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Laser.

Because 1968 Nissan Gloria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Nissan Gloria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Laser.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Nissan Gloria 1990 Plymouth Laser
Make Nissan Plymouth
Model Gloria Laser
Year Released 1968 1990
Engine Size 1988 cc 1755 cc
Horse Power 89 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1296 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2480 mm


 

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