1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 565 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 1970 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Maverick 2007 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Maverick Accord
Year Released 1970 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 2353 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2750 mm