1998 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 159 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Pontiac Solstice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | Integra | Solstice |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |