1970 Audi Variant vs. 1970 Ford Maverick

To start off, both 1970 Audi Variant and 1970 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant, 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Audi Variant 1970 Ford Maverick
Make Audi Ford
Model Variant Maverick
Year Released 1970 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1696 cc 2782 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 113 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2800 mm


 

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