2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Fiat Panda | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Panda | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |