2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
Model | Solstice | Carlton |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |