1969 Mazda 1000 vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1986 Nissan Leopard is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 395 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda 1000 | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
