2006 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1984 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
