1977 Lincoln Mark VI vs. 1969 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Lincoln Mark VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (139 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lincoln Mark VI weights approximately 525 kg more than 1969 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Lincoln Mark VI (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Lincoln Mark VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lincoln Mark VI | 1969 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VI | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1987 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
