2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1986 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 685 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 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1986 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Santa Fe | Leopard |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |