1992 BMW 316 vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1992 BMW 316 is newer by 6 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 316 weights approximately 205 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, 1992 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 316 | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
