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Pontiac Trans Am

General information

ModelPontiac Trans Am
Year1979
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating75 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6555 ccm (399.99 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement6555 ccm (399.99 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power223.00 PS (164 kW or 220 HP)
Max torque433.92 Nm (44.2 kgf-m or 320.1 ft.lbs)
Compression8.1:1
Bore x stroke104.7 x 95.3 mm (4.1 x 3.8 inches)
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5080 litres (1,342 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks, 279 mm
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Overall length5040 mm (198.4 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1260 mm (49.6 inches)
Wheelbase2750 mm (108.3 inches)
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