2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1302.
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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1302. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Solstice | 1968 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Solstice | 1302 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |