1974 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (197 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Because 1974 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (468 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (350 Nm). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Bonneville | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7473 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2619 mm |
