1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1267 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Honda | Hummer |
Model | Accord | H3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |