2001 Mazda 6 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
