1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | HHR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
