1980 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
