1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 3 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 34 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Cortina | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
