1985 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1385 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.
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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Fiero | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Fiero | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3327 mm |
