2007 Hummer H3 vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Hummer | Lada |
| Model | H3 | Samara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
