1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
