1982 Toyota Tercel vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel 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 85 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 651 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Tercel | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tercel | HHR |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2629 mm |
