2008 Hummer H2 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2008 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 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, 2008 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 70 L |
