1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Malibu and 1998 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,680 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 199 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (678 Nm) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 5680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
