1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1996 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Roadmaster | Malibu |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2852 mm |