1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 43 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 476 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maverick | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1781 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2857 mm |
