2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1984 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
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, 1984 Pontiac Fiero (182 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm). This means 1984 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 1984 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1984 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Exige | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
