1999 Ginetta G34 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 522 kg more than 1999 Ginetta G34.
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, 1999 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ginetta G34 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Ginetta | Pontiac |
| Model | G34 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1560 mm |
