2002 GMC Yukon vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2002 GMC Yukon 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 116 more horse power than 2002 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2002 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Yukon weights approximately 375 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
Because 2002 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Yukon | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Yukon | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
