1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Caprice | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
