1979 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 1980 Audi 4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Pontiac Firebird | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Firebird | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
