1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1986 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 Ford Econoline (569 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Econoline | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2380 mm |
