2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1548 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | Sprinter | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2760 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 2380 mm |
