2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1990 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1990 Lancia Dedra. 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 1990 Lancia Dedra. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1990 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Hummer | Lancia |
| Model | H3 | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
