1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 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 Corvette (448 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (305 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Corvette | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
