1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1976 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1976 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 360 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, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1976 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
