1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 5 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 211 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has manual transmission. 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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:
| 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Catalina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3080 mm |
