1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 39 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 245 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2004 Hyundai Sonata, 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Pontiac Catalina | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Catalina | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6891 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.9 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
