1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 349 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
Model | A 310 | Solstice |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |