1985 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 5 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 6 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 176 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Pontiac Fiero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Pontiac Fiero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Fiero | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiero | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
