2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1984 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1984 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
