2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | HHR | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
