2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 968 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Titan | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2630 mm |
