1986 Nissan Leopard vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Because 1986 Nissan Leopard is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Leopard | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Leopard | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
