2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (388 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1860 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (415 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H2 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 388 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
