2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L 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 111 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 439 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1985 Skoda L | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | Solstice | L |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |