1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 13 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 851 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.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard. 1999 Honda Odyssey 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. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Odyssey | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
