2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600.
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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Malibu | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Malibu | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
