1985 Nissan Leopard vs. 1974 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1985 Nissan Leopard is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 217 kg more than 1974 Triumph Toledo. 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, 1985 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Leopard | 1974 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Leopard | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
