2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Malibu | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |