2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 1985 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2380 mm |
