1986 Nissan Leopard vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Leopard is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (168 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Leopard | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Leopard | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
