1984 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Buick | Hummer |
Model | Electra | H3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |