2002 Honda Lagreat vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2002 Honda Lagreat 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 174 more horse power than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
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, 2002 Honda Lagreat, 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Lagreat | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Lagreat | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3080 mm |
