1983 Hummer H1 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1328 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H1 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
