2005 GMC Safari vs. 1986 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 2005 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1986 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |