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Pontiac Firebird SE

General information

ModelPontiac Firebird SE
Year1985
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.3 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, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2838 ccm (173.17 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power136.90 PS (101 kW or 135 HP) at 5100 Rev. per min.
Max torque223.00 Nm (22.7 kgf-m or 164.5 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression8.9:1
Bore x stroke88.9 x 76.2 mm (3.5 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed178.0 km/h (110.6 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1010 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (496.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 267 mm
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1362 kg (3,002.7 pounds)
Overall length4850 mm (190.9 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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