2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1984 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1984 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | QX56 | Fiero |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 92 HP |
Torque | 533 Nm | 182 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2380 mm |