1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 576 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsa | HHR |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2629 mm |
