1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2003 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 19 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Leopard (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
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, 2003 Toyota Ipsum, 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, 1984 Nissan Leopard (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Leopard | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
