1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1991 Honda CRX
To start off, 1991 Honda CRX is newer by 21 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, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
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, 1991 Honda CRX, 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 (248 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1991 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | CRX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
