1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 86 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
