1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 18 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Bonneville | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
