2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet HHR (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet HHR | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | HHR | LTD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
