1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 271 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Malibu | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
