1989 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 895 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 1995 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Electra | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2170 mm |
