2012 Nissan NV vs. 1984 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 28 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1573 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 1984 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | NV | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2630 mm |
