1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2010 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2010 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Hummer |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | H3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2850 mm |
