2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 738 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
