1988 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Hummer H2
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1988 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 2007 Hummer H2 | |
Make | Buick | Hummer |
Model | Estate | H2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |