2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | HHR | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
