1972 Nissan Gloria vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1972 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Gloria | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Gloria | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
