2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 40 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 81 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 470 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (447 Nm). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Tahoe | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
