2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette 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 120 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 492 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Solstice | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Solstice | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1256 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
