1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. 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 53 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Rezzo has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo 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 | 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Malibu | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
