1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 176 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
