2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 14 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 418 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1987 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1987 Pontiac Fiero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Blackhawk | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 458 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2380 mm |
