1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 199 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 1988 Ford Fairlane 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 1988 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fairlane | HHR |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2629 mm |
