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Nissan Gloria Y33 3.0 i V6 (160 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Gloria:
The Gloria is a large luxury car made from 1959 by the Prince Motor Company, and later by Nissan Motors since its merger with the former — hence being originally marketed as Prince Gloria and later as Nissan Gloria. Initially based on the smaller Prince Skyline, the Gloria line was merged with Nissan Cedric starting with 1971 models and both continued until 2004, when they were both replaced by Nissan Fuga.
After Nissan assumed Prince's operations, the now Nissan-badged Glorias were sold along with the Nissan Skyline. They were marketed through the Nissan Prince Shop network, composed of dealerships that were formerly affiliated with the Prince company. The Prince G engine was used in the Gloria until 1969....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Y33 Overview:
Nissan Gloria (Y33). With 248 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1510 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 200 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Nissan Gloria Y33 was primarily a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicle and was not tested by Euro NCAP. Safety standards of the mid-90s would be considered adequate for its time but may not compare to modern vehicles.
3.0 i V6 (160 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers smooth, adequate power for daily driving and comfortable cruising. Not designed for spirited performance, but provides sufficient acceleration for a luxury sedan.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 8.9 l/100 km is reasonable for a 3.0L V6 from this era, making it a relatively economical choice for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and refined V6 engines
- • Excellent ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • Spacious and luxurious interior
- • Distinctive JDM styling
- • Generally reliable powertrain
Cons:
- • Limited availability outside Japan
- • Parts can be challenging to source internationally
- • Fuel economy, while reasonable, isn't class-leading
- • Handling is comfort-oriented, not sporty
- • Lack of modern safety features
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Gloria |
| Generation: | Y33 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i V6 (160 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 5200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 54.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 248 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2960 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 106 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 164.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1510 |
| Max. weight: | 1785 |
| Max load: | 275 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4860 mm mm |
| Width: | 1720 mm mm |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2735 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 H |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Trailing arm |
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