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How much horsepower does a 1981 Firebird have?
Power
| V 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Power : | 110 HP (80.96 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
| Torque : | 190 Ft-Lbs (258 NM) @ 1600 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 97 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
How much horsepower does a stock Pontiac 400 have?
The 400 remained in production through the 1978 model year, with 1979 cars receiving engines produced the previous year. In basic 2-barrel form it produced 290 horsepower and 428 ft. pounds of torque in 1968. This was the engine installed in Pontiac’s “executive” line of large cars and its largest station wagon.
What is the rarest Trans Am?
The rarest of them all is the two-door convertible Pontiac Trans Am with only 8 ever produced.
What is a 1981 Pontiac Trans Am worth?
Today, according to Hagerty, the industry-leading collector car insurer, the median value for a 1970-1981 Pontiac Trans Am in #3 (or “good”) condition is just over $30,000, and my particular car is now worth about $21,000.
Is a Pontiac 400 engine a big block?
Ford 332 (5.4 litre) Interceptor big block V8. A Chevrolet Camaro 396 had a big block, but a Pontiac Firebird 400 did not. Buick and Oldsmobile 455s were big blocks, but a Pontiac 455 was not. Thus, segregating engines and engine families into small and big block categories became useful shorthand.
Is a Pontiac 400 considered a big block?
How do I identify a Pontiac 400 engine?
As you look there you may find a pretty simple clue that will end your engine identifying search. On 1968–69 428 blocks you will find “428” stamped between the freeze plugs. On blocks produced in 1970 and after, you will find 350, 400, or 455 stamped towards the left side of the front of the block.
What is the best Pontiac ever built?
For your enjoyment and consideration, here are the 10 best Pontiac sports cars of all time.
- 1987 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA.
- 2008 Pontiac G8 GT.
- 1999 Pontiac Grand Am GT.
- 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge Ram Air III.
- 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix GXP.
- 2006 Pontiac G6 GTP.
- 1990 Pontiac Turbo Grand Prix.
- 10.1985 Pontiac Fiero GT.
What kind of engine is in a 1981 Trans Am 305?
A 305 build up like this in the 1981 Trans Am would easily hold its own against the most powerful Trans Ams from yesteryear including the 1973-1974 Trans Am equipped with the Super Duty 455 CID V8. All 5.0 liter equipped 1981 Trans Ams had a “5.0 LITRE” decal on each side of the shaker hood scoop.
What kind of engine does a Pontiac Trans Am have?
Top of the line was the Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, a model introduced on a very limited basis in 1969, which debuted with a name licensed from the SCCA (of which “Trans Am” remains a registered trademark); a standard 400 cu. in. (6,554 cc) engine with 345 gross horsepower (257 kW); and a conspicuous array of scoops, extractor vents, and spoilers.
What kind of transmission does a 1981 Pontiac Pontiac have?
For 1981, the Pontiac 4-bbl 4.9 liter V8 unfortunately could not be equipped with a manual transmission and the turbo 4.9 liter V8 also entered its second year of production with the mandatory 3-speed automatic transmission again. However there was light at the end of the tunnel for those wanting a manual transmission.
What is the book value of a 1981 Trans Am?
1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 1981 Trans Am Turbo NASCAR LIMITED EDITION (ONLY 1800 MADE!!) NADA Book Value of $18,600.00… $10,000 (OBO)