2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | HHR | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
