1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1967 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 21 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 415 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1967 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
