2011 Ford F-150 vs. 1985 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Leopard. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1985 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 1985 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Leopard |
Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2630 mm |