1994 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 72 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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mustang | Solstice |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |