2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 90 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Malibu | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
