1983 Hummer H1 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 25 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Hummer H1. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Hummer H1.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Hummer H1 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Hummer | Toyota |
Model | H1 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |