1995 Venturi 400 vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero

To start off, 1995 Venturi 400 is newer by 8 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 62 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.

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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Venturi 400 1987 Pontiac Fiero
Make Venturi Pontiac
Model 400 Fiero
Year Released 1995 1987
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 2975 cc 2827 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 220 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 291 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1212 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2380 mm


 

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