1979 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 1979 Ford Granada 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 1979 Ford Granada. 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Granada | HHR |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2629 mm |