1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 36 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 228 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Pontiac Catalina | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Catalina | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6891 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
