1971 Nissan Gloria vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1980 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Pontiac 1000. 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 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Gloria | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Gloria | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1599 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
