These are standard specifications for the 1979 Pontiac Firebird, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Manual , 3 Automatic Turbo HydraMatic , 4 Manual Close ratio
Chassis # 2W87K9L177847
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Chassis # 2W87W9N152224
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Chassis # 2W87K9L198997
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Chassis # 2W87K9N164321
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Chassis # 2U87Z9L133021
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Data updated June 2024
Features
Engine Location : | Front |
Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
Production Years for Series : | 1970 - 1981 |
Price : | $4,830-$10,625 |
Weight : | 3285 lbs | 1490.051 kg |
Performance
Top Speed : | 190 km/h | 118.085 mph |
Engine & Transmission
V 8 90-degree | 4-Barrel Rochster Quad-Jet Carburetor | |
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Displacement : | 6604 cc | 403.0 cu in. | 6.6 L. |
Power : | 185 BHP (136.16 KW) @ 3600 RPM |
Torque : | 320 Ft-Lbs (434 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
Bore : | 4.4 in | 110 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
Compression : | 7.9:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Cast-Aluminum block and head |
4-barrel Rochester |
V 8 90-degree | |
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Displacement : | 4933 cc | 301.0 cu in. | 4.9 L. |
Power : | 140 HP (103.04 KW) @ 3600 RPM |
Torque : | 235 Ft-Lbs (319 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.0 in | 77 mm. |
Compression : | 8.1:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
Rochester 2-barrel carburetor |
V 8 90-degree | |
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Displacement : | 6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L. |
Power : | 220 HP (161.92 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
Torque : | 320 Ft-Lbs (434 NM) @ 2800 RPM |
Bore : | 4.1 in | 105 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.8 in | 95 mm. |
Compression : | 8.1:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
Rochester 4GC 4-barrel carburetor |
3 Manual , 3 Automatic Turbo HydraMatic , 4 Manual Close ratio
Production Figures
Total Pontiac Production for 1979 : | 907,434 |
Total 1979 Firebird production : | 211,454 |
1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Esprit Hardtop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 30,853 |
Formula Hardtop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 24,851 |
Hardtop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 38,642 |
Trans Am HardTop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 117,108 |
Dimension(s)
Hardtop Coupe
Seating Capacity : | 4 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.8 in | 4999 mm. |
Width : | 73.0 in | 1854 mm. |
Height : | 49.3 in | 1252 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 108.2 in | 2748 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.0 in | 1524 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 4.6 in | 117 mm. |
Trans Am Limited Edition HardTop Coupe
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Price : | $10,625 |
Weight : | 3550 lbs | 1610.253 kg |
Seating Capacity : | 4 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.8 in | 4999 mm. |
Width : | 73.0 in | 1854 mm. |
Height : | 49.3 in | 1252 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 108.2 in | 2748 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.0 in | 1524 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 4.6 in | 117 mm. |
Trans Am HardTop Coupe
Chassis # 2W87K9L147130
Chassis # 2W87Z9L157445
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Chassis # 2W87W9N152224
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Chassis # 2W87K9L198997
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Chassis # 2W87Z9N134644
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Price : | $6,300 |
Weight : | 3550 lbs | 1610.253 kg |
Seating Capacity : | 4 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.8 in | 4999 mm. |
Width : | 73.0 in | 1854 mm. |
Height : | 49.3 in | 1252 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 108.2 in | 2748 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.0 in | 1524 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 4.6 in | 117 mm. |
Esprit Hardtop Coupe
Price : | $5,200 |
Seating Capacity : | 4 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.8 in | 4999 mm. |
Width : | 73.0 in | 1854 mm. |
Height : | 49.3 in | 1252 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 108.2 in | 2748 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.0 in | 1524 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 4.6 in | 117 mm. |
Formula Hardtop Coupe
Chassis # 2U87Z9L133021
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Price : | $6,015 |
Weight : | 3460 lbs | 1569.43 kg |
Seating Capacity : | 4 |
Doors : | 2 |
Exterior | |
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Length : | 196.8 in | 4999 mm. |
Width : | 73.0 in | 1854 mm. |
Height : | 49.3 in | 1252 mm. |
Wheelbase : | 108.2 in | 2748 mm. |
Front Track : | 61.3 in | 1557 mm. |
Rear Track : | 60.0 in | 1524 mm. |
Ground Clearance : | 4.6 in | 117 mm. |
Handling
Suspension | |
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Front : Independent with Coil Springs and Stabilizer Bar Rear : Live axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs and stablizer bar |
Steering | |
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Recirculating Ball |
Brakes | |
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Front Brake Size : | 279.0 mm | 10.984 in. |
Tires / Wheels | |
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Tires : | P225/70 R 15 |
Recall
Component | EQUIPMENT |
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Manufacturer | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 07E088000 |
Summary | CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES. |
Consequence | THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE. |
Remedy | HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075. |
Notes | CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV. |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
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Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Mfr Report Date | 19781201 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 79V142000 |
Summary | ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES THE BRAKE STOPLIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WHICH IS OPERATED BY THE BRAKE PEDAL MAY HAVE BEEN ASSEMBLED WITH AN INCORRECT LUBRICANT ON THE ACTUATING PLUNGER. THIS CAN CAUSE THE REAR BRAKE STOPLIGHTS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE AND THE CRUISE CONTROL, IF ACTIVATED, TO STAY ELECTRICALLY ENGAGED. |
Remedy | DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE BRAKE STOPLIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH AT NO COST TO OWNER. |
Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: LIGHTING AND COMMUNICATIONS; SWITCH BUTTON RING, BRAKE LIGHTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: WITH INOPERATIVE BRAKE LIGHTS, A VEHICLE APPROACHINGFROM THE REAR WOULD NOT BE AWARE THAT BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED. ALSO, IF THECRUISE CONTROL FAILS TO AUTOMATICALLY DISENGAGE THROUGH BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION,VEHICLE MAY ACCELERATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. EITHER CONDITION COULDRESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.NOTE: OWNER IS ADVISED NOT TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL UNTIL IT HAS BEENINSPECTED BY DEALER. |
Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM |
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Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Mfr Report Date | 19790801 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 80V108000 |
Summary | ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT TO STEERING KNUCKLE ATTACHING ***** MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED TO SPECIFICATIONS. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE ***** TO BACK OFF, RESULTING IN JOINT SEPARATION. |
Remedy | THE DEALER WILL PERFORM A TORQUE CHECK OF THE ATTACHING NUT, AND, IF NECESSARY, TIGHTEN IT. IN SOME CASES AN INADEQUATE TORQUE LEVEL MAY HAVE CAUSED BALL STUD OR STEERING KNUCKLE DAMAGE; IF SO, THE AFFECTED COMPONENTS WILL BE REPLACED AT NO CHARGE TO OWNER. |
Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: STEERING; LOWER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT TO STEERING KNUCKLE ATTACHMENTNUT.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF JOINT SEPARATION WERE TO OCCUR DRUING VEHICLEOPERATION, IT COULD AFFECT DIRECTIONAL CONTROL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLEACCIDENT WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. |
Data updated June 2024
1979 Averages
Avg. Household Income : | $17,500 |
Avg. Home : | $58,100 |
Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.86 |
1979 Pontiac Firebird FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1979 Pontiac Firebird?
Q: How fast is the 1979 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1979 Pontiac Firebird has a top speed of 190 km/h. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1979 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1979 Pontiac Firebird has a wheelbase size of 108.20 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1979 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1979 Pontiac Firebird has a length of 196.80 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1979 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1979 Pontiac Firebird has a width of 73.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1979 Pontiac Firebird cost when new?A: The 1979 Pontiac Firebird cost approximately $4,830 to $10,625 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1979 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1979 Pontiac Firebird was offered as a Esprit Hardtop Coupe, Formula Hardtop Coupe, Hardtop Coupe, Trans Am HardTop Coupe, Trans Am Limited Edition HardTop Coupe.Q: What tires did the 1979 Pontiac Firebird have? A: The 1979 Pontiac Firebird had P225/70 R 15 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Pontiac produce in 1979? A: Pontiac produced 907,434 automobiles in 1979.Q: How many 1979 Firebirds were produced? A: Pontiac produced 211,454 examples of the Firebird in 1979.Q: What engines did the 1979 Pontiac Firebird have? A: The 1979 Pontiac Firebird had the following engine options: V 8 (6604 cc | 403.0 cu in. | 6.6 L.) with 185 BHP (136.16 KW) @ 3600 RPM and 320 Ft-Lbs (434 NM) @ 2000 RPM V 8 (4933 cc | 301.0 cu in. | 4.9 L.) with 140 HP (103.04 KW) @ 3600 RPM and 235 Ft-Lbs (319 NM) @ 2000 RPM V 8 (6555 cc | 400.0 cu in. | 6.6 L.) with 220 HP (161.92 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 320 Ft-Lbs (434 NM) @ 2800 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1979 Pontiac Firebird have? A: The 1979 Pontiac Firebird had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic Turbo HydraMatic, 4 speed Manual Close ratio.