2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 261 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Solstice | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2570 mm |
