1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 397 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.
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, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Leopard has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Leopard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Leopard | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Leopard | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |