1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 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, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick.
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, 1970 Ford Maverick (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Maverick | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3340 mm |
