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Pontiac Firebird

General information

ModelPontiac Firebird
Year1985
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating64.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2827 ccm (172.50 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2827 ccm (172.50 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power135.00 PS (99 kW or 133 HP) at 5100 Rev. per min.
Max torque223.00 Nm (22.7 kgf-m or 164.5 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke88.9 x 75.9 mm (3.5 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed161.0 km/h (100.0 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.0996 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5080 litres (1,342 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (496.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 267 mm
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1356 kg (2,989.5 pounds)
Overall length4850 mm (190.9 inches)
Overall width1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Overall height1270 mm (50.0 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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