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Pontiac Firebird SE

General information

ModelPontiac Firebird SE
Year1982
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating66.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2838 ccm (173.17 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2838 ccm (173.17 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power106.50 PS (78 kW or 105 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque196.00 Nm (20.0 kgf-m or 144.6 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke89.0 x 76.2 mm (3.5 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0797 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5080 litres (1,342 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (488.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 267 mm
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1336 kg (2,945.4 pounds)
Overall length4780 mm (188.2 inches)
Overall width1850 mm (72.8 inches)
Overall height1270 mm (50.0 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2570 mm (101.2 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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