2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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 108 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
