1991 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2007 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2007 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fairlane | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2420 mm |
