2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 39 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 105 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 210 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
Because 2004 Buick Rainier 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, 2004 Buick Rainier 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Rainier | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |
