1983 Hummer H1 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1415 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H1 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
