1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 28 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Maverick | Vitara |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |