1987 Peugeot 205 vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, both 1987 Peugeot 205 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 87 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 205. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 447 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Pontiac Fiero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 205, 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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 205. (91 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 205 | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 205 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |
