2007 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 268 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac Fiero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
