2000 Lada Samara II vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 14 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, 1986 Nissan Leopard (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Leopard weights approximately 133 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Nissan Leopard. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II, 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, 1986 Nissan Leopard (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Leopard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lada Samara II | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | Samara II | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
