1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 39 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 575 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 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Maverick | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
