2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 179 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1362 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hummer H3 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
