1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 8 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 980 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 1999 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1991 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1991 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Panda | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Fiat | Buick |
Model | Panda | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |