1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Pontiac Firebird. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | Quattro | Firebird |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |