1996 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 31 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 276 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 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:
| 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | L 200 | Catalina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3080 mm |
