2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair 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 264 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1713 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. 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 1989 Ford Corsair. 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 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Hummer | Ford |
| Model | H2 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
