2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 59 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. 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 (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Victor. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Solstice | Victor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
