1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 14 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 18 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Malibu | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
