2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Santana. 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 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H3 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
