2011 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 219 kg more than 2011 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, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet HHR | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | HHR | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2820 mm |
