1961 Volvo 220 vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 416 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 220 | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 220 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2629 mm |
