2009 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 136 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Land Cruiser | Leopard |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5661 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |