2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (259 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Charger | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2380 mm |
