2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S2000 | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
