1983 Hummer H1 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 26 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1.
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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Hummer | Land Rover |
| Model | H1 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1910 mm |
