1989 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Hummer H2
To start off, 2006 Hummer H2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hummer H2 (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2006 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Electra | H2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3120 mm |
