2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 248 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | HHR | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
