2000 Ford Contour vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 30 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), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 47 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Contour | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Contour | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
