2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1995 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Marcos Mantara. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1995 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 574 kg more than 1995 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1995 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Marcos |
| Model | Malibu | Mantara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3501 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
