1972 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1983 Nissan Leopard is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Nissan Leopard.
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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | E | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
