2005 Honda Pilot vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 17 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 760 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.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Pilot | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Pilot | Fiero |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |