2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 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 H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Hummer | Volvo |
| Model | H3 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
