2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120.
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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Solstice | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
