1986 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 266 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Because 1986 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 1986 Pontiac Fiero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Fiero | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiero | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
