1986 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 72 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Fiero | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Fiero | 930 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |