2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 816 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 1981 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2630 mm |
