1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 1951 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | HHR |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 61 L |
