1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 1 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 238 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.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
