2010 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Malibu | RL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
