1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1985 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1985 Nissan Leopard is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 155 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1985 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1985 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Coupe | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
