2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 394 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Malibu | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
