2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1723 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H2 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
