1986 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1968 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 336 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Nissan Gloria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Nissan Gloria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 1968 Nissan Gloria | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Gloria |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1988 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |