1985 Nissan Leopard vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1985 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Nissan Leopard | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Leopard | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |