2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 23 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Because 1985 Pontiac Fiero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Pontiac Fiero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | E-350 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2380 mm |
