1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |