1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 220 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 (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Maverick | Clio |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
