2000 Ginetta G34 vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2000 Ginetta G34 is newer by 19 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 2000 Ginetta G34 and 1981 Nissan Leopard are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 378 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
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, 2000 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 1981 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 2000 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2000 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ginetta G34 | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Ginetta | Nissan |
| Model | G34 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1360 mm |
