1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 144 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | HHR |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
