2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 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, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 603 kg more than 1987 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Ranger | Fiero |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |