1987 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 745 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 1987 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Estate | Panda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
