1999 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 12 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 298 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Aceca | Fiero |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |