2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1982 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 425 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Leopard. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Leopard. 1982 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1982 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Frontier | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
