2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
