1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Malibu and 1996 Rover 200 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 Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 376 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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 (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 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 Rover 200 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Malibu | 200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1406 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |