1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Solstice |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |