1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 553 kg more than 2006 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, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2006 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Caprice | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
