2009 Hummer H2 vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am 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) has 158 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. 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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (447 Nm). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H2 | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Hummer | Pontiac |
| Model | H2 | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 564 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |
