1995 Acura Integra vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 30 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 237 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 715 kg more than 1995 Acura Integra. 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, 1995 Acura Integra, 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Integra | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | Integra | Catalina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
