1982 Ford Telstar vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1982 Ford Telstar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Telstar (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 265 kg more than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Telstar | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
