2007 Nissan Murano vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 555 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Murano | Leopard |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |