1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 253 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Aspen | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
