2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | HHR | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
