1977 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 375 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Malibu.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
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1977 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 260 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |