2008 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 61 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Gloria |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1988 cc |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |