1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. 1988 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Seville | HHR |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
