2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 856 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 32 L |
