1983 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra.
Because 1983 Buick Electra 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 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2006 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | HHR |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |