1983 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Hummer H2
To start off, 2003 Hummer H2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hummer H2 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hummer H2 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, 2003 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2003 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Electra | H2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 121 L |
