1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 10 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Leopard | 928 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
