1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1990 Nissan Presea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Presea (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea.
Because 1984 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 1984 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea, 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, 1990 Nissan Presea (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Leopard | Presea |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
