1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 87 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Solstice |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2399 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 97.8 mm |
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 | 1260 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |