2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1970 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph Herald 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 130 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Triumph Herald. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1970 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | HHR | Herald |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 69.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |
