2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | HHR | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 102 L |
