1986 Nissan Leopard vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 919 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Leopard has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Leopard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Leopard | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Leopard | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3022 mm |
