1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 475 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 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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, 1984 Nissan Leopard (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Leopard | Antara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
