1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 211 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
Model | Avanti | Solstice |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |