1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Super 90 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
