1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Europa | Firebird |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |