2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 689 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3501 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
