2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L 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 198 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1407 kg more than 1980 Skoda L. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Hummer | Skoda |
| Model | H3 | L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |
