2008 Hummer H3 vs. 1994 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Acclaim 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 142 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 978 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. 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 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H3 | 1994 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Hummer | Plymouth |
| Model | H3 | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
