1978 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Buick Estate. 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 1978 Buick Estate. 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3. 1978 Buick Estate 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. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Estate | H3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
