1985 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1985 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, both 1985 Pontiac Fiero and 1985 Chevrolet Astro were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 629 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1985 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 1985 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1985 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1985 Chevrolet Astro 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 | 1985 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fiero | Astro |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
