2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Hummer | Oldsmobile |
| Model | H3 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 91 L |
