2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1979 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
