1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, both 1971 Ford Falcon and 1971 Nissan Gloria were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Falcon | Gloria |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1988 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |