2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Because 1977 Toyota Crown 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 1977 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
