2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza 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 148 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1239 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H3 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
