2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet HHR.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | HHR | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
