1999 TVR Cerbera vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 306 kg more than 1999 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1999 TVR Cerbera 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 1999 TVR Cerbera. 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, 1999 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 TVR Cerbera | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | TVR | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cerbera | HHR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2629 mm |
