2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 477 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
