2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 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 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. 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 1978 Porsche 924. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Hummer | Porsche |
| Model | H3 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
