1986 Nissan Leopard vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Leopard | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Leopard | Korando |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
