1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 35 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester 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 (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Maverick | Forester |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
