1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 1990 Renault 21 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 201 more horse power than 1990 Renault 21. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 540 kg more than 1990 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault 21 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, 1990 Renault 21 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Pontiac Catalina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Pontiac Catalina | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Catalina | 21 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6891 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
