2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 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 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
