1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1996 Volvo S40

To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Malibu and 1996 Volvo S40 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 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. 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 (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo S40 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 Volvo S40
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Malibu S40
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 249 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2560 mm


 

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