1985 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 326 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona. 1985 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1964 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1964 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Fiero | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Fiero | Corona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
