2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 34 kg more than 1973 Rover 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Solstice | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
