1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1995 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Supra weights approximately 229 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 1995 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Supra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
