1997 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Malibu | Legend |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
