1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 91 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 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 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Daytona | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
