1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 25 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 226 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Pontiac Catalina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Pontiac Catalina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Pontiac Catalina | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Catalina | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6891 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 625 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2820 mm |