1972 Nissan Gloria vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 41 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 256 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Gloria | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Gloria | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2489 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
