1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
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, 1989 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford RS 200 | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | RS 200 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 49 L |
