1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 582 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Leopard | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
