1987 Audi 90 vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 922 kg more than 1987 Audi 90. 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Audi | Hummer |
| Model | 90 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
