1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Malibu and 1996 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 106 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Malibu | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
