1978 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 209 kg more than 1978 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Malibu | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3788 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 381 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3710 mm |
