2006 Subaru Forester vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (163 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 421 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Subaru | Pontiac |
| Model | Forester | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
