2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1984 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 724 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1984 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | CR-V | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
