2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 188 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Hummer | Renault |
| Model | H3 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| 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 | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |
