2006 Hummer H3 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Hummer | Oldsmobile |
| Model | H3 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3230 mm |
