1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 1989 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1989 Rover Range Rover is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (185 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 101 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Range Rover. (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Pontiac Catalina | 1989 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Catalina | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6891 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
