2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 242 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Malibu | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
