2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 534 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda CR-V 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Honda Pontiac
Model CR-V Grand Prix
Year Released 2007 1990
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 3352 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 166 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 291 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1609 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 76 L


 

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