1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 476 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | HHR |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1406 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2629 mm |
