1992 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Century weights approximately 369 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Because 1992 Toyota Century 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 1992 Toyota Century. 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, 1992 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. 1992 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Century | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | HHR |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2629 mm |
