1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
