1990 Audi V8 vs. 2007 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2007 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 | HHR |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
