1992 Nissan Presea vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1992 Nissan Presea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Presea. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Nissan Leopard is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Presea. 1983 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Presea | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Presea | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
