1987 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 310 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Pontiac Fiero | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Fiero | Corvette |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 637 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2685 mm |