2008 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Solstice | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Solstice | 960 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
