2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 555 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
