1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1970 Ford Maverick is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Maverick | 98 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3210 mm |