1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 34 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 411 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.
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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Maverick | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |