2007 Hummer H3 vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2007 Hummer H3 has manual transmission. 2007 Hummer H3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Hummer | Oldsmobile |
| Model | H3 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
