2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac Fiero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
