2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | HHR | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
