1997 Honda Today vs. 1985 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 12 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 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 50 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 395 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1985 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1985 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 1985 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Today | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
