2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1984 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1974 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1984 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Excursion | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2380 mm |
