2008 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1982 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
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 (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac Solstice | 1982 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Solstice | Cressida |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |