2004 GMC Savana vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 GMC Savana is newer by 24 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 952 kg more than 1980 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Savana. (441 Nm). This means 1980 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Savana | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |
