1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 213 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maverick | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
