1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 519 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, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2530 mm |
