2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | HHR | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
