1989 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra.
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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | HHR |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |