1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 504 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | HHR |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2629 mm |
