1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Malibu and 1999 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 116 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 1999 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Malibu | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |