2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hummer H3 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hummer | Toyota |
Model | H3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |