1972 Nissan Gloria vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 644 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 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Gloria | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Gloria | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2700 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
