1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 10 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
