1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chevelle | HHR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
