1981 Nissan Leopard vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 450 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. 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, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (67 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Leopard | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Leopard | 205 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
