1975 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Carina | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Carina | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2738 mm |
