2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 43 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 92 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 534 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Tahoe | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
