2007 Hummer H3 vs. 1982 Lada 1200
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lada 1200. 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 (329 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 1982 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Hummer | Lada |
| Model | H3 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 39 L |
