2003 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 17 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 95 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
2003 De Tomaso Guara | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Guara | Leopard |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |