1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Honda | Hummer |
Model | Prelude | H3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |