1999 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder (631 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 16 kg more than 1999 Dodge Sidewinder.
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 Dodge Sidewinder (720 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Sidewinder | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Sidewinder | Fiero |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 631 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |