2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 18 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1249 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Range Rover | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
