1982 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 124 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, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (196 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac Firebird | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Firebird | Fiero |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2838 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |