1987 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 25 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 855 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 2012 Infiniti FX 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. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Fiero | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
| Model | Fiero | FX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2885 mm |
