1987 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 601 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 Dodge CHARGER (353 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Fiero | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | Fiero | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3052 mm |
