1987 Mazda 929 vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, both 1987 Mazda 929 and 1987 Pontiac Fiero were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 929 | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | 929 | Fiero |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |