2004 GMC Safari vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari 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 Safari (339 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 133 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |