1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 2 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 391 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Malibu | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
