2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (374 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rainier | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 38 L |
