1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 35 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 105 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Maverick | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
