2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2120 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 |
