2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1322 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Hummer | Mazda |
| Model | H3 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
