2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | HHR | 211 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
