1988 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 68 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Pontiac Fiero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Pontiac Fiero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Fiero | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiero | Touareg |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |