2006 Lexus SC vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 335 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | SC | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
