2007 Hummer H3 vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra 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 193 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H3 | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H3 | Micra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
