2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet 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 41 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 504 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | HHR | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
