2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1967 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1967 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
