1984 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 231 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 25 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
