2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 109 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
