1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux 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 166 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 945 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hilux. (441 Nm). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hilux. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Catalina | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6891 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
