2008 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina 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 65 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac Solstice | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Solstice | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |