1972 Nissan Gloria vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 40 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1289 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Gloria | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | Gloria | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2891 mm |
