1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 460 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Leopard | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2873 mm |
