2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 38 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 329 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 1971 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 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taurus | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 264 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 | 966 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 |
