2012 Toyota Hilux vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 31 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 1981 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Hilux | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Hilux | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2630 mm |
