2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 37 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 36 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 793 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Escalade | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
