1972 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 512 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Bonneville | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
