2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 880 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (196 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Extreme | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2838 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2570 mm |
