2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 624 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1987 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1987 Pontiac Fiero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mountaineer | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
