1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1995 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1995 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mustang weights approximately 85 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1995 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
