1989 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Civic | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Civic | H3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
