1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
