2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 376 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.
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, 2004 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2380 mm |
