1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 1995 Volvo 960 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1995 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Panda | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Panda | 960 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2780 mm |