1986 Nissan Leopard vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 20 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 605 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Leopard | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Leopard | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
