1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (214 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Previa | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Previa | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
