1970 Lotus Elan vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, both 1970 Lotus Elan and 1970 Nissan Gloria were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Elan (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 595 kg more than 1970 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lotus Elan | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elan | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1556 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
