1987 Pontiac Fiero vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (256 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 1999 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1987 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1987 Pontiac Fiero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Fiero | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Fiero | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
