2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Pontiac Catalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 562 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (610 Nm). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-150 | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3080 mm |
