1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 42 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maverick | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
