2008 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica.
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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac Solstice | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Solstice | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |