These are standard specifications for the 1980 Pontiac Firebird, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
3 Manual , 3 Automatic Turbo Hydramatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Unit with Separate Partial Frame |
| Production Years for Series : | 1970 - 1981 |
| Price : | $5,600-$7,180 |
| Weight : | 3270 lbs | 1483.247 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4933 cc | 301.0 cu in. | 4.9 L. |
| Power : | 140 BHP (103.04 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 1800 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 77 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.1:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Rochester 4-barrel carburetor | |
| V 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3785 cc | 231.0 cu in. | 3.8 L. |
| Power : | 110 BHP (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. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Rochester 2-barrel carburetor | |
| Turbocharged V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 150 BHP (110.4 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
| Torque : | 230 Ft-Lbs (312 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.7 in | 94 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.5 in | 88 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.4:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4933 cc | 301.0 cu in. | 4.9 L. |
| Power : | 155 HP (114.08 KW) @ 4400 RPM |
| Torque : | 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 2200 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 77 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.1:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Rochester 4-barrel carburetor | |
| Turbocharged V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4933 cc | 301.0 cu in. | 4.9 L. |
| Power : | 210 BHP (154.56 KW) @ 4000 RPM |
| Torque : | 345 Ft-Lbs (468 NM) @ 2000 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.1 in | 103 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 77 mm. |
| Compression : | 7.6:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Rochester 4-barrel carburetor | |
3 Manual , 3 Automatic Turbo Hydramatic
Production Figures
| Total Pontiac Production for 1980 : | 770,100 |
| 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Espirit HardTop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 17,277 |
| Formula - HardTop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 9,356 |
| HardTop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 29,811 |
| Trans Am HardTop Coupe 2 dr. 4 P : | 50,896 |
Handling
Recall
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
|---|---|
| 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 | STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM |
|---|---|
| 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. |
| Component | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
| Mfr Report Date | 19791001 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 80V049000 |
| Summary | VEHICLES MAY FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, 'TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS'. PLACARD ON REAR EDGE OF LEFT DOOR MAY SHOW AN INCORRECT VEHICLE CAPACITY WEIGHT INSTEAD OF THE CORRECT FIGURE OF 800 LBS. |
| Remedy | DEALER WILL INSTALL THE CORRECT LABEL FREE OF CHARGE TO OWNER. |
| Notes | VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: EQUIPMENT; TIRE INFORMATION LABELS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IMPROPER LOADING COULD OCCUR, LEADING TO UNDESIRABLEHANDLING CHARACTERISTICS DUE TO OVERLOADING OF THE TIRES. THIS COULD CAUSE ANACCIDENT. |
Data updated January 2023
1980 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $7,210 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $19,170 |
| Avg. Home : | $68,714 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $1.22 |
| Total Car Production : | 8,009,841 |
1980 Pontiac Firebird FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1980 Pontiac Firebird?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1980 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1980 Pontiac Firebird has a wheelbase size of 108.20 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1980 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1980 Pontiac Firebird has a length of 196.80 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1980 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1980 Pontiac Firebird has a width of 73.00 inches.Q: How much did the 1980 Pontiac Firebird cost when new?A: The 1980 Pontiac Firebird cost approximately $5,600 to $7,180 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1980 Pontiac Firebird? A: The 1980 Pontiac Firebird was offered as a Espirit HardTop Coupe, Formula - HardTop Coupe, HardTop Coupe, Trans Am HardTop Coupe.Q: How many vehicles did Pontiac produce in 1980? A: Pontiac produced 770,100 automobiles in 1980.Q: What engines did the 1980 Pontiac Firebird have? A: The 1980 Pontiac Firebird had the following engine options: V 8 (4933 cc | 301.0 cu in. | 4.9 L.) with 140 BHP (103.04 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 1800 RPM V 6 (3785 cc | 231.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 110 BHP (80.96 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 190 Ft-Lbs (258 NM) @ 1600 RPM Turbocharged V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 150 BHP (110.4 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 230 Ft-Lbs (312 NM) @ 2400 RPM V 8 (4933 cc | 301.0 cu in. | 4.9 L.) with 155 HP (114.08 KW) @ 4400 RPM and 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 2200 RPM Turbocharged V 8 (4933 cc | 301.0 cu in. | 4.9 L.) with 210 BHP (154.56 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 345 Ft-Lbs (468 NM) @ 2000 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1980 Pontiac Firebird have? A: The 1980 Pontiac Firebird had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual, 3 speed Automatic Turbo Hydramatic.