1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1983 Nissan Leopard is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 30 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, 1983 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 929 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
