2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 567 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Solstice | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Solstice | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 46 L |
