2011 Volvo XC60 vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC60 | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Volvo | Pontiac |
| Model | XC60 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1934 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2380 mm |
