1992 Toyota Carina vs. 1982 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Nissan Leopard.
Because 1982 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 1982 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina, 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, 1982 Nissan Leopard (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina. 1982 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 1982 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Carina | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
