1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 24 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 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Leopard | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
