2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 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 47 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 430 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | HHR | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
