PONTIAC
Pontiac Firebird Firebird 4 (1992–2002) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 3.4 i V6 | 5 | 162 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 3.4i V6 Automatic | 5 | 148 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 3.8i V6 Automatic | 5 | 208 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 5.7 i V8 Trans Am | 6 | 265 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 5.7 i V8 Trans Am | 6 | 309 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 5.7i V8 Automatic | 6 | 329 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 5.7i V8 Trans Am Automatic | 6 | 279 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Pontiac Firebird Firebird 4 overview
The Pontiac Firebird (Firebird 4) is the 4th generation of the Firebird, built from 1992 to 2002. It is offered as a Coupe with 9 engines (petrol), from 148 HP to 314 HP. The 5.7i V8 Trans Am (269 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3 s, reaches a top speed of 239 km/h and is 5006 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Pontiac Firebird have?
The Pontiac Firebird (Firebird 4) has 148 HP to 314 HP, depending on the engine: 3.4 Gm (148 HP), 3.4 Gm (162 HP), 3.8 Gm (203 HP), 5.7 Gm (265 HP), 5.7 Gm (269 HP), 5.7 Gm (275 HP), 5.7 Gm (285 HP), 5.7 Gm (309 HP), 5.7 Gm (314 HP).
What engines are available for the Pontiac Firebird?
The Pontiac Firebird is available with 9 engines: 3.4 Gm (148 HP, petrol), 3.4 Gm (162 HP, petrol), 3.8 Gm (203 HP, petrol), 5.7 Gm (265 HP, petrol), 5.7 Gm (269 HP, petrol), 5.7 Gm (275 HP, petrol), 5.7 Gm (285 HP, petrol), 5.7 Gm (309 HP, petrol), 5.7 Gm (314 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Pontiac Firebird?
The Pontiac Firebird is 5006 mm long, 1892 mm wide, 1295 mm tall, with a 2566 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Pontiac Firebird?
The Pontiac Firebird 5.7i V8 Trans Am (269 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3 s and has a top speed of 239 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Pontiac Firebird IV |
|---|---|
| Year | 1992–1999 |
| Platform | GM F-Body |
| Variant | 5.7i V8 Trans Am (269 Hp) |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 3 |
Power & torque
| Power | 269 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5200 rpm |
| Torque | 427 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2300 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 239 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6.3 s |
| 0–62 mph | 6.3 s |
Engine
| Engine code | LT1 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5733 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 101.6 mm |
| Stroke | 88.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 4.3 L |
| Coolant | 14.3 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 6 |
| Gearbox code | t56 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | tremec |
Dimensions
| Length | 5006 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1892 mm |
| Height | 1295 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2566 mm |
| Front track | 1542 mm |
| Rear track | 1540 mm |
| Boot space | 365 – 954 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1710 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2160 kg |
| Max load | 450 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 59.0 L |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Double Wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 245/50 R16 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 6.4 kg/Hp, 157.3 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4 kg/Nm, 249.7 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1992 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1999 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.