2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
