1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2009 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2009 Toyota Matrix 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 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Toyota Matrix.
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, 2009 Toyota Matrix, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Matrix. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2009 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Maverick | Matrix |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |