1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 889 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 1994 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 1994 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | Panda | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 965 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2820 mm |