1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 492 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.
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, 2011 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Maverick | Charger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3053 mm |
