1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | HHR |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
