1972 Nissan Gloria vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 33 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. Both 1972 Nissan Gloria and 2005 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Gloria | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Gloria | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
