1988 Pontiac Fiero vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 865 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 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac Fiero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Fiero | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Fiero | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
