1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Hummer H3. (239 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Hummer H3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Corvette | H3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |
