1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 160 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
