2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | HHR | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
