1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Aspen | Solstice |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2420 mm |