1981 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 974 kg more than 1981 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:
| 1981 Chevrolet Malibu | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Malibu | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 322 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3360 mm |
