1969 Nissan Gloria vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 405 kg more than 1969 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Nissan Gloria | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | Gloria | Toronado |
Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4129 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |