1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1970 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Gloria (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
