1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 474 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 69 L |
