1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Falcon | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Falcon | Solstice |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 |