2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 69 L |
