1998 Honda Prelude vs. 1969 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan Gloria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude, 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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 1969 Nissan Gloria | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Gloria |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1987 cc |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 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 |