2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1984 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 24 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 586 kg more than 1984 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Leopard has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Leopard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1984 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
