1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1988 Venturi Coupe

To start off, 1988 Venturi Coupe is newer by 18 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Venturi Coupe.

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, 1988 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Maverick 1988 Venturi Coupe
Make Ford Venturi
Model Maverick Coupe
Year Released 1970 1988
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2782 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 81 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2410 mm


 

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