2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Fiat Panda | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Panda | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |