1979 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1979 Lotus Eclat
To start off, both 1979 Chevrolet Malibu and 1979 Lotus Eclat were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Lotus Eclat.
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. 1979 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1979 Lotus Eclat has manual transmission. 1979 Lotus Eclat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Malibu | 1979 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Malibu | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
