1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1996 Chevrolet APV

To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Malibu and 1996 Chevrolet APV were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.

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 APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Malibu 1996 Chevrolet APV
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Malibu APV
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2392 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 238 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2800 mm


 

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