2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry 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 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
