1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1967 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 775 kg more than 1967 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 1967 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centurion | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
