2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Envoy | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
