1983 Hummer H1 vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 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 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Hummer H1. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Hummer H1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H1 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
