THE GLOBAL CAR CATALOG

Pontiac Sunbird Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1988–1994) — Third Generation

The third-generation Pontiac Sunbird sedan offered compact-car practicality with a sportier edge, pairing everyday usability with front-wheel drive and a choice of gearboxes suited to both commuting and longer drives.

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Pontiac Sunbird Engines and Transmissions

A Pontiac Sunbird engine in this generation sends its power to the front wheels, as seen in the 3.1 MT and 3.1 AT sedans. The gasoline powertrain pairs with either a manual transmission, which rewards drivers who enjoy control, or an automatic that simplifies traffic.

Sedan — Pontiac Sunbird Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Pontiac Sunbird Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
2.0 MTGasoline1985 cm³165 hp121 kW237 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1985 cm³165 hp121 kW237 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³97 hp71 kW160 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³97 hp71 kW160 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1998 cm³110 hp81 kW163 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1998 cm³110 hp81 kW163 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
3.1 MTGasoline3135 cm³140 hp103 kW251 N⋅mManualFWD
3.1 ATGasoline3135 cm³140 hp103 kW251 N⋅mAutomaticFWD

Pontiac Sunbird Dimensions

Sedan — Pontiac Sunbird Dimensions

Sedan Pontiac Sunbird Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseGround clearance, minimum
2.0 MT4590 mm1680 mm1360 mm2570 mm145 mm
2.0 AT4590 mm1680 mm1360 mm2570 mm145 mm
2.0 MT4590 mm1680 mm1360 mm2570 mm145 mm
2.0 AT4590 mm1680 mm1360 mm2570 mm145 mm
2.0 MT4590 mm1680 mm1360 mm2570 mm145 mm
2.0 AT4590 mm1680 mm1360 mm2570 mm145 mm
3.1 MT4590 mm1680 mm1360 mm2570 mm145 mm
3.1 AT4590 mm1680 mm1360 mm2570 mm145 mm