1980 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 955 kg more than 1980 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:
| 1980 Chevrolet Malibu | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Malibu | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3060 mm |
