1984 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Pontiac | GMC |
Model | Firebird | Savana |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |