1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 27 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 965 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 2011 Buick Lucerne. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 2011 Buick Lucerne 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. 2011 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Fiat | Buick |
| Model | Panda | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 965 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| 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 | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 68 L |
