1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 45 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 197 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 361 kg more than 2010 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4, 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Pontiac Catalina | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Catalina | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6891 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 625 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2659 mm |