1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 723 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Maverick | Grand Cherokee |
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 | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2916 mm |