2006 Hummer H3 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,457 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Hummer | Mazda |
| Model | H3 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
