2009 Ford F-450 vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1986 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-450 (814 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-450 | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-450 | Fiero |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2380 mm |