2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Hummer | Oldsmobile |
Model | H3 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3230 mm |