1984 Nissan Leopard vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (213 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 942 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Leopard | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Leopard | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3042 mm |
