1981 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 80 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
