1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 315 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Maverick | Lancer |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2634 mm |