1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1972 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 455 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1972 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Sport | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
