2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana 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 85 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | HHR | Santana |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |