1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire 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 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Maverick | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |