2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (143 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2380 mm |
