1999 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
