* 400 CID (cubic inch displacement) V8: This was the most powerful standard engine, generally rated around 180-220 hp. The exact number varied slightly depending on the year and specific carburetor and other options.
* 301 CID V8: A smaller, less powerful option that typically produced around 135-150 hp.
* 403 CID V8 (late model year option): A newer bigger displacement option that produced around 185-190 hp
It's impossible to state a single horsepower figure for a 1979 Trans Am without knowing the specific engine. You'd need to check the vehicle's documentation (if available) or look at the engine itself for the identification number.
