2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
