2009 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 604 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Carina 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 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Malibu | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
