1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 292 kg more than 2002 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (305 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. 1994 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fairlane | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
