2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 760 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 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, 1984 Volvo 760 (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Solstice | 760 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 82 L |