1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 502 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.
Because 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 Vantage | HHR |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4483 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 61 L |
