2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1984 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (213 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 771 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.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (335 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1984 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
