1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Leopard (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | Leopard | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
