1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 168 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 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 1988 Pontiac 6000. 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac 6000 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | 6000 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
