1971 Nissan Gloria vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 27 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 175 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Gloria | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Gloria | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1975 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
