2004 Honda Element vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 34 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 242 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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
