1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1992 Nissan Terrano is newer by 8 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Terrano (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 994 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1992 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 1992 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Panda | Terrano |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 965 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |