2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
