2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 922 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Hummer | Plymouth |
| Model | H3 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
