2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
