2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 518 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Leopard is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Eldorado | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
