1991 Porsche 968 vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 4 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 188 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Porsche | Pontiac |
| Model | 968 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
