2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny 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 101 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | HHR | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
