2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 24 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. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 709 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 764 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Lotec | Nissan |
| Model | C 1000 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
