1983 Hummer H1 vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 28 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2011 Ford Kuga. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Hummer | Ford |
| Model | H1 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
