1980 Audi Sport vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | Sport | Firebird |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |