1988 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Pontiac | GMC |
Model | Firebird | Savana |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |