1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon.
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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Falcon | Solstice |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |