2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 706 kg more than 1988 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Sprinter | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
