2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Honda | Hummer |
| Model | Pilot | H1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |
