1983 Hummer H1 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H1 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
