1991 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice

To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 1991 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Acura NSX 2007 Pontiac Solstice
Make Acura Pontiac
Model NSX Solstice
Year Released 1991 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 2398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 4800 RPM
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 Length 4420 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2420 mm


 

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