1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. Both 1996 Nissan Laurel and 1981 Nissan Leopard are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 136 kg more than 1981 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, 1996 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Laurel | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Laurel | Leopard |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |