2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | HHR | Record |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
