1985 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 6 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (266 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 1985 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Fiero | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
