1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 15 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Leopard (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Nissan Leopard (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Leopard | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
