1970 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Gloria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 444 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
