1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1970 Ford Maverick (178 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Maverick | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |