1981 Toyota Corolla vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard

To start off, both 1981 Toyota Corolla and 1981 Nissan Leopard were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 324 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Toyota Corolla 1981 Nissan Leopard
Make Toyota Nissan
Model Corolla Leopard
Year Released 1981 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 115 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 1194 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2630 mm