1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1998 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Malibu and 1998 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 589 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. 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 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Atos 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 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Malibu | Atos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
