1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 23 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Aerostar | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
