1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 27 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 115 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Insight, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Leopard | Insight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
