1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 28 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 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-7 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
