1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 289 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Interceptor | HHR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2629 mm |
