2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Hummer | Pontiac |
| Model | H3 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
