2007 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
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, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 1970 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 2007 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2007 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Solstice | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chrysler |
| Model | Solstice | Centura |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
