2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (294 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-150 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2380 mm |
