1985 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero 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 25 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 96 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Fiero | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Fiero | Celica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |