1990 Toyota Sera vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. 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 1990 Toyota Sera. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Sera | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hummer |
| Model | Sera | H3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 102 L |
