1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 TVR Griffith.
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, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Maverick | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
