2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 894 kg more than 2003 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (81 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |
