1969 Pontiac GTO vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 1969 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac GTO | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | GTO | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
