1968 Nissan Gloria vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 121 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan Gloria | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Gloria | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3996 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |