1987 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 218 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 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Fiero | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Fiero | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2827 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
