1981 Nissan Leopard vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1982 Renault 9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Leopard is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Leopard | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Leopard | 9 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
