1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 16 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera. 1984 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Leopard | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Leopard | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |