1968 Nissan Gloria vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 33 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (132 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Gloria | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Gloria | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
