1998 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | Integra | Malibu |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |