2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 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 Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
