2000 GMC Safari vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2000 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 371 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Safari. (319 Nm). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 459 Nm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |