1989 Lotus Carlton vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1989 Lotus Carlton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1989 Lotus Carlton (569 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lotus Carlton | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Carlton | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
