2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 32 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 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
