1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Malibu | 440 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
